[Hiring] Farsi Linguist @The Unconventional

Role Description

The Unconventional (TU) is seeking an exceptionally qualified CAT III Farsi Interpreter to provide support with foreign language interpretation, transcription, reporting, and translation services.

• Serve as a Senior Farsi Interpreter providing oral interpretation and perform basic to strategic military tactical and administrative clerical work such as drafting correspondence, coordinating meetings, and research as required.
• Specialized Translator/interpreters will be expected to translate discussions between U.S. and provided/identified partner nations.
• Serve as the primary representative between the government customer and other Interpreters operating in the field.
• Analyze source conversations necessary to accurately document conversations and activities.
• Follow units during CONUS and OCONUS travel and must be able to conduct field operations.
• Provide interpretation, transcription, and translation services as required by the supported elements.
• Be at the specified sites depending on mission requirements.
• Remain available for emergency situations during off hours.
• Function as an integral member of a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience and skill in Farsi and English translating/interpreting, transcribing and documenting conversation.
• Professional working proficiency in Farsi and English.
• Industry recognized certification proving language proficiency (3/3/3/3 ILR Score).
• Experience providing consecutive interpretation services between English and Farsi native speakers.
• Ability to quickly and effectively translate between Farsi/English & English/Farsi in a large group setting.
• Familiarity with and ability to conduct oneself in accordance with local culture and customs.
• Ability to function as an integral member of a team of professionals.
• Prior military experience.
• Able to work for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day up to twelve (12) hours a day, five (5) days per week up to seven (7) days per week and may work on official holidays.
• Must possess a valid passport or be able to acquire a passport.

Requirements

• Previous experience in the CENTCOM region supporting U.S. and/or partner nation activities.
• Must possess an active TOP SECRET Security Clearance.

Location

• Designated CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Travel

• CONUS and OCONUS travel is required.